Alavés Hosts Real Madrid: Lineups for LaLiga Matchday 16
Real Madrid faces Alavés in a crucial LaLiga match on December 14, 2025, at the Estadio de Mendizorroza. After two consecutive losses, the team is eager to regain momentum.
Match Overview: Alavés vs. Real Madrid
Real Madrid arrives at this round-16 fixture sitting in second place in LaLiga, with a pressing need for victory. Recent setbacks include a loss to Celta de Vigo in the league and a defeat against Manchester City in the Champions League, both at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Coach Xabi Alonso faces challenges with a squad dealing with key player absences. This situation has forced him to turn to youth players for depth, impacting the team’s performance.
Team Form and Historical Context
- Real Madrid has struggled in their last matches but historically dominates Alavés.
- In previous visits to Mendizorroza, Madrid has won the last five encounters.
- Alavés currently stands at 11th position with 18 points, having secured five wins, three draws, and suffered seven losses.
Key Players Returning
Kylian Mbappé is set to return to action, alongside Antonio Rüdiger, which could provide a significant boost to the squad. Additionally, Víctor Valdepeñas is expected to make his debut.
Match Information
Details for the upcoming match are as follows:
| Fixture | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alavés vs. Real Madrid | December 14, 2025 | 14:00 (CDMX) / 15:00 (ET) | Estadio de Mendizorroza |
Probable Lineups
- Alavés: Antonio Sivera, Victor Parada, Jon Pachecho, Nahuel Tenaglia, Jonny Otto, Antonio Blanco, Pablo Ibáñez, Abde Rebbach, Denis Suárez, Calebe, Lucas Boyé
- Real Madrid: Thibaut Courtois, Federico Valverde, Víctor Valdepeñas, Raúl Asencio, Antonio Rüdiger, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Jude Bellingham, Arda Güler, Vinícius, Kylian Mbappé, Rodrygo
With both teams aiming to improve their standings, the match promises to be an exciting contest. Fans are hopeful that Real Madrid will bounce back and reclaim their winning form against Alavés.
